Description:  The Little Clowns of Happytown is an American animated series from 1987 about a group of young clowns who spread happiness and positivity, led by Big Top, with their mentor Mr. Pickleherring and pet elephant Rover. They must overcome the villainous Awful B. Bad and his henchmen, Geek and Whiner, who try to spread gloom instead. The show aired on ABC's Saturday morning lineup and was geared toward preschool audiences.

Main characters: The show follows a group of young clowns including Big Top, Badum-Bump, Hiccup, Tickles, Pranky, and Blooper. They are accompanied by their pet elephant, Rover, and mentor, Mr. Pickleherring.

Conflict: The main antagonists are Awful B. Bad, along with his minions Geek and Whiner, who attempt to spread gloom and get in the way of the clowns' mission.

Mission: The clowns' goal is to spread happiness and positive attitudes to the city next door, often by helping others with their problems.

Other media: A spin-off series, Joking Around with the Little Clowns, also aired, and the show was the subject of a critical analysis on YouTube, Animated Atrocities.